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It's the festival where Twitter was launched, "The Hurt Locker" made its US premiere, and Amy Winehouse, the Strokes, and My Morning Jacket showcased. South by Southwest (SXSW) is now in its twenty-fourth year, occurring every spring in Austin, Texas and kicking off today.
If you’re heading to the Lone Star State, chef Rene Ortiz of the contemporary Mexican cafe La Condesa in Austin, shares his recommendations.
La Condesa was just picked as a 2010 James Beard Foundation semi-finalist for Best New Restaurant. Their innovative neo-Mexicano menu is a mix of classic cantina, authentic street food, and upscale specialties from regions like Oaxaca, Veracruz, Acapulco, and Mexico City. They also have over 80 varieties of premium tequilas.
Chef Ortiz’s local picks:
- DAI DUE for old-style sausage and charcuterie at the Austin Farmer's Market.
- HOME SLICE for the best pizza.
- SNOW'S BBQ for brisket.
- CASINO EL CAMINO has the most amazing burgers.
- G'RAJ MAHAL is an Indian food truck with table service in the backyard of a house in East Austin.
- JUSTINE'S for dinner and late night dining.
Check out Rene Ortiz's full list of recommendations in Austin, around the world, plus our Q & A with him.
HONORS:
- James Beard Foundation Award Semi-Finalist for Best New Restaurant, 2010
CULINARY EXPERIENCE:
Presently:
- Executive Chef at La Condesa, Austin, TX
Most recently:
- Executive Chef at La Esquina, New York
Worked alongside:
- Robert Clark at Star Anise,Vancouver
- Daniel Boulud at DB Bistro Moderne, New York
- Alain Ducasse at Mix, New York
- Jean-Louis Palladin at Palladin, New York
- Douglas Rodriguez at Patria, New York
- Peter Gordon of Providores at Public, New York
- Mark Miller of Santa Fe's Coyote Cafe at Wildfire and Ocean Room, Sydney, Australia
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